Author: Mark O'Brien
Publisher: ATF Press
ISBN: 1922239461
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 417
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This book provides reflections on the Sunday Bible readings in the Roman Catholic Lectionary for Years A, B, and C of the liturgical cycle. They previously appeared in separate volumes of Sunday Matters published by ATF Theology in the Dominican Series. They have now been combined in this single volume, colour coded for easier use, and with a revised general introduction and introduction to the Gospel of Matthew. Like the previous volumes, this one is intended to assist those preparing homilies and those with a desire to understand a little more deeply the readings used in the Sunday liturgy.
Author: Tom Nelson
Publisher: Crossway
ISBN: 143358154X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 206
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Work. For some this word represents drudgery and the mundane. For others work is an idol to be served. If you find yourself anywhere on the spectrum from workaholic to weekend warrior, it’s time to bridge the gap between Sunday worship and Monday work. Striking a balance between theological depth and practical counsel, Tom Nelson outlines God’s purposes for work in a way that helps us to make the most of our vocation and to join God in his work in the world. Discover a new perspective on work that will transform your workday and make the majority of your waking hours matter, not only now, but for eternity.
Author: Mark O'Brien
Publisher: ATF Press
ISBN: 1921817801
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 188
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'Recently Pope Benedict remarked: "the quality of homilies needs to be improved". The Pope made this comment in the context of his extended reflection on the recent Synod in Rome (2010) on the word of God in the mission and life of the Church. The homily is an integral part of Christian liturgy. It is an honoured way of bringing the word of God to life such that people are helped to see the relevance of the word in their everyday lives. The homily is also an art form which needs to be practised and developed with skill. It seems to me, as a preacher myself, that what people are looking for in the homily is an articulate, faith-filled, knowledgeable commentary on the word of God which speaks to their everyday life and experience. People want to see the fire, desire and conviction in the person who preaches. This is a constant challenge. Mark O'Brien here presents his reflections on Year C of the lectionary, based on the Gospel of Luke. This is the companion volume to the earlier ones for Years A and B. Mark offers homilists a great service here. In two to three pages or several hundred words he gives an erudite and practical reflection on the word of God for the particular Sunday or feast as a good foundation on which any homilist can then build. Pope Benedict continues: "The art of good preaching based on the lectionary is an art that needs to be cultivated." In these short but insightful reflections on the readings of the lectionary Mark makes an excellent contribution to developing the art form of good preaching to the benefit of both those who preach and those who hear them.' Rev Dr Brian Boyle Academic Dean Catholic Theological College
Author: Joshua J. Whitfield
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 135
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For centuries Christians have gathered for worship and for rest on Sunday. But does that ancient practice still matter? Still deeply engrained in both the Christian and secular calendar, nonetheless, what Sunday is and why it matters is no longer clear. Why Sunday Matters explores the forgotten reasons why Sunday is essential to Christian life. It also uncovers some of the contemporary obstacles keeping people from living Sunday faithfully. From youth sports to our neglect of the poor to our addiction to technology, Why Sunday Matters takes a wide-ranging look at the importance of the Lord’s Day and why it’s urgent we recover the Christian practice of Sunday.
Author: Bob Kauflin
Publisher: Crossway
ISBN: 1433519372
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 306
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Nothing is more essential than knowing how to worship the God who created us. This book focuses readers on the essentials of God-honoring worship, combining biblical foundations with practical application in a way that works in the real world. The author, a pastor and noted songwriter, skillfully instructs pastors, musicians, and church leaders so that they can root their congregational worship in unchanging scriptural principles, not divisive cultural trends. Bob Kauflin covers a variety of topics such as the devastating effects of worshiping the wrong things, how to base our worship on God's self-revelation rather than our assumptions, the fuel of worship, the community of worship, and the ways that eternity's worship should affect our earthly worship. Appropriate for Christians from varied backgrounds and for various denominations, this book will bring a vital perspective to what readers think they understand about praising God.
Author: Timothy Keller
Publisher: Penguin Books
ISBN: 1594631875
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 352
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Describes what marriage should be according to the Bible, arguing that marriage is a tool to bring individuals closer to God, and provides meaningful instruction on how to have a successful marriage.
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Category : Journalism
Languages : en
Pages : 704
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Author: Lorraine S. Brugh
Publisher: Augsburg Fortress
ISBN: 1451478208
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 346
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Addresses the general principles that have guided the shaping of Evangelical Lutheran Worship, considering that central liturgy of Christian worship, Holy Communion. This text examines how worship interacts with environment, music, and the preached word, and features useful and practical suggestions for all those who lead the assembly in worship around word and table.
Author: Albert Shaw
Publisher:
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Languages : en
Pages : 1008
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Author: Allan Taylor
Publisher: Lifeway Church Resources
ISBN: 9781430066637
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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This training series will help local churches build, expand, and maintain a healthy Sunday School ministry. Train workers in the skills required to grow a viable Sunday School and bring vibrancy to your church. Featuring 20- to 33-minute video training sessions from outstanding national leaders, Sunday School Matters covers topics ranging from leadership, vision, and teaching, to evangelism, care, and the structuring of this vital component of a healthy church. Sunday School Matters Study Guide includes a vital training experience through 12 video-led sessions, with applicable Scripture and individual study created to be viewed and discussed by the Sunday School faculty and staff at a local church. SESSION TITLES 1. Leadership Matters - Allan Taylor, Lifeway Christian Resources (Nashville, Tenn.) 2. Vision Matters - David Francis, Lifeway Christian Resources (Nashville, Tenn.) 3. Souls Matter - Bob Mayfield, Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma (Oklahoma City, Okla) 4. Teaching Matters - Ken Coley, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (Wake Forest, N.C.) 5. Transformation Matters - Eric Geiger, Lifeway Christian Resources (Nashville, Tenn.) 6. Curriculum Matters - Dan Cook, Spotswood Baptist Church (Fredericksburg, Va.) 7. Ministry Matters - Ben Pritchett, Houston's First Baptist (Houston, Texas) 8. Organization Matters - Eugene McCormick, Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church (Jacksonville, Fla.) 9. Assimilation Matters - Thom Rainer, Lifeway Christian Resources (Nashville, Tenn.) 10. Growth Matters - Carter Shotwell, Lake Pointe Church (Rockwall, Texas) 11. Groups Matter - Bruce Raley, First Baptist Church (Hendersonville, Tenn.) 12. Now Matters - Allan Taylor, Lifeway Christian Resources (Nashville, Tenn.) Features: - Biblically rooted training - Handouts, questions, and exercises in each session Benefits: - Understand why the many aspects of Sunday School ministry matter. - Learn how to start, conduct, maintain, and measure many actions and aspects of Sunday School ministry. - Fill an entire year of monthly meetings with Sunday School leadership content. - Get theological understanding that can develop wisdom in leading and adapting. - Use materials to practically apply the principles taught.
